ALD enables lead-free MCP production with precise thin-film deposition, enhancing manufacturing yields, device performance, and lifetime value. Exosens chose Beneq’s P400A batch and TFS 500 ALD systems for their scalability, precision, and ability to support development from R&D to production.

Espoo, Finland, 06-Mar 2025 – Beneq and Photonis Scientific, part of the Exosens Group, have announced a significant advancement in Microchannel Plate (MCP) technology. This collaboration focuses on replacing traditional lead-based materials with ALD-enabled solutions, driving sustainable MCP manufacturing and unlocking new commercial opportunities for this versatile detection technology.

Unlocking New Potential in MCP Technology
Microchannel Plates (MCPs) are essential components in a variety of high-performance detection systems, from medical imaging and mass spectrometry to neutron imaging and scientific instrumentation. Historically manufactured using lead-silicate glass, MCPs are now transitioning to lead-free alternatives to comply with environmental regulations and improve long-term sustainability.

ALD technology plays a central role in this shift by enabling precise, conformal deposition of thin films. This approach decouples the properties of the glass substrate from those of the conductive and electron emissive coatings, allowing each to be independently optimized. The result is better performance, higher manufacturing yields, and greater flexibility to tailor MCPs to the demands of growing commercial markets.

Sustainability and Performance Gains with ALD
ALD enables MCP manufacturers to eliminate hazardous materials while achieving higher performance benchmarks. Lead-free MCPs produced using ALD deliver key benefits, such as enhanced stability, reduced noise, lower operational voltages, and minimized power consumption. ALD also supports advanced MCP designs that maintain performance under harsh conditions and extend device lifespan by up to 10 times compared to conventional methods.

“The introduction of ALD into MCP production marks a significant step forward for the industry,” said Ulrich Laupper, President and Executive General Manager of the Exosens Ultimate Detection Business Unit. “By leveraging ALD technology, we can align sustainability with high-performance detection solutions, addressing today’s market needs while preparing for future applications.”

Enabling Growth in MCP Markets with Beneq’s ALD Solutions
Photonis Scientific partnered with Beneq for its customizable TFS 500 ALD system, which supports MCP development at all stages—from R&D and pilot production to full-scale manufacturing. Beneq’s modular tool designs enable precise control over deposition parameters, meeting the rigorous requirements of MCP coatings while ensuring scalability and cost-efficiency.

“Beneq’s ALD tools provide the flexibility and precision we need to refine MCP coatings and scale our production,” said Till Cremer, R&D Scientist at Photonis Scientific. “Their tailored solutions have allowed us to unlock new potential in MCP technology and enhance its value for commercial applications.”

By fostering collaborations like this, Beneq is working to establish a growing market for ALD-enabled MCP technologies. The ability to tailor performance parameters such as operational stability, noise reduction, and power efficiency is positioning MCPs as a key detection technology across a wide range of industrial, medical, and scientific fields.

About Photonis
Photonis is a leading product brand of Exosens, a high-tech company with more than 85 years of experience in the innovation, development, manufacture and sale of high-end electro-optical technologies. Photonis offers its customers photo-detection and low light conditions imaging solutions for extremely demanding environments such as Defense & Security, Nuclear Safety, Life Science and Industrial & Non-Destructive testing. Photonis is internationally recognized as a leading brand and a major innovator in its fields with production and R&D sites in Europe and North America. For more information: exosens.com

About Beneq
Beneq is the home of Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD). Founded in 1984, Beneq introduced the first industrial ALD production and continues to lead the market with solutions for R&D, semiconductor fabrication, and advanced manufacturing. Beneq’s product portfolio includes tools for lab-scale research (TFS 200, TFS 500), high-volume production (Transform®, Prodigy™), ultra-fast spatial ALD (C2R), and roll-to-roll ALD (Genesis).

Beneq’s Development Service accelerates the adoption of new ALD processes, while its Coating Service offers streamlined, state-of-the-art ALD production capabilities. Beneq’s mission is to enable groundbreaking applications with ALD technology, providing unparalleled precision and scalability for researchers and manufacturers worldwide.

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Brewer Science Showcases Water Quality Sensor Innovations at NextFlex Innovation Days 2025
Dr. Brewer’s Keynote Address Challenges the Industry to Rethink the Future of Hybrid Electronics

Santa Clara, California – March 19, 2025 – Brewer Science, Inc., a global leader in developing and manufacturing next-generation materials and processes for the microelectronics and optoelectronics industries, will showcase its latest innovations in water quality sensor technology at NextFlex Innovation Days 2025. As a founding member of NextFlex, Dr. Terry Brewer, has been invited to present the keynote address and commemorate the consortium’s 10th anniversary.

Brewer Science's Water Quality Sensor Provide Real-Time Detection
Visit Brewer Science’s exhibition booth to learn about the latest developments in water quality sensors, designed to provide real-time detection of contaminants such as heavy metals and nitrates. Leveraging advanced printed electronics and next-generation materials, these sensors offer:
• Real-time monitoring: Instantaneous data collection and analysis for proactive water quality management.
• High precision: Detection capabilities at parts-per-billion levels, ensuring exceptional accuracy.
• Customizable analytes: Adaptability to detect a wide range of water contaminants and minerals, catering to diverse industry needs. Brewer Science is exploring the potential to detect other contaminants like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the future.

Dr. Terry Brewer’s Keynote Address Challenges the Industry to Rethink the Future of Hybrid Electronics
Dr. Terry Brewer will deliver a keynote address reflecting on NextFlex's decade-long journey and envisioning the future of hybrid electronics. His speech will be multidimensional, drawing parallels between technological evolution and the resilience of nature—particularly the Northern Fir tree. Just as the Northern Fir thrives by adapting to its environment and efficiently managing resources without a central processor, the future of hybrid electronics must embrace decentralized, intelligent design to create smarter, more adaptable systems.

Dr. Brewer will emphasize how, while the semiconductor industry's relentless push for miniaturization has yielded remarkable breakthroughs, it has also created opportunities to explore alternative pathways. He will highlight Brewer Science’s development of printed sensors, such as the Inflect™ line of sensors—a compact device measuring approximately 1 mm—that enables real-time, on-site detection of contaminants like lead in water. Much like the Northern Fir processes vast amounts of environmental data without a single controlling entity, hybrid electronics can empower distributed intelligence in sensors, reducing reliance on traditional, time-consuming analysis.

By rethinking how we integrate materials, sensors, and microelectronics, Brewer Science—alongside NextFlex—is helping to shape a future where technology mirrors the efficiency and adaptability of nature itself.

Connect with Dr. Adam Scotch at Brewer Science’s Exhibition Booth
Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage with Dr. Adam Scotch, Director of R&D for Printed Electronics at Brewer Science, who will be present at the exhibition booth. Dr. Scotch will provide insights into the company's research and development efforts, discuss the practical applications of their water quality sensors, and explore potential collaborations to further advance flexible hybrid electronics (FHE) technologies.

Brewer Science’s participation in NextFlex Innovation Days 2025 underscores its dedication to pioneering solutions that address critical environmental challenges through technological innovation. The company remains committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in flexible hybrid electronics, contributing to a smarter and more connected world. Learn more about Brewer Science’s Water Quality Sensor capabilities on their website.

About Brewer Science
Brewer Science is a global leader in developing and manufacturing next-generation materials and processes that foster the technology needed for tomorrow. Since 1981, we’ve expanded our technology portfolio within advanced lithography, advanced packaging, smart devices, and printed electronics to enable cutting-edge microdevices and unique quality monitoring systems for water and air applications. We are Certified Employee-Owned and a Certified B Corporation™, using our business as a force for good. Our headquarters are in Rolla, Missouri, with customer support throughout the world. Learn more at: www.brewerscience.com.

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DuPont Announces CEO and Non-Executive Chair for the Planned Independent Electronics Company
Intended spin-off of Electronics remains on track for November 1, 2025, completion

WILMINGTON, Del., Mar. 17, 2025 – DuPont (NYSE:DD) today announced Jon Kemp, President, DuPont Electronics & Industrial will be the Chief Executive Officer and a member of the board of directors for the future independent Electronics public company that will be created following its intended spin-off from DuPont. As a focused independent company, Electronics will be a global leader in materials and technology solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries.

“Jon is a great choice for the CEO of the future Electronics company," said Ed Breen, DuPont Executive Chairman. “With his proven leadership and extensive experience in the electronics sector, Jon is uniquely positioned for the role. I believe his ability to drive growth and generate returns will ensure that as a pure-play, public company, Electronics will continue to create shareholder value.”

“For decades, our team has focused on driving innovations that advance the electronics industry,” said Jon Kemp. “We are entering a pivotal time where advanced computing and connectivity will require new technologies and integrated solutions. As a leader in materials science and engineering, the future Electronics company will be a vital partner in advancing our customers' growth strategies. I am proud to be part of this journey and lead the team as we take this next leap forward.”

Michael Stubblefield, President & CEO of Avantor, will become Chairman of the board of directors for the planned independent Electronics public company, effective with the spin-off. “Michael is a proven executive with a wealth of global management experience,” said Alexander M. Cutler, DuPont's Lead Independent Director. “He is well-versed in technology and customer-centric innovation and will be a strong partner with Jon as we launch this exciting new company.”

DuPont intends to appoint a Chief Financial Officer for the future Electronics company who will be an external hire with a proven track record of performance at a publicly traded company.

Biographical Information
Over a two-decade career with DuPont, Jon Kemp has been focused on driving strategic business growth from his early roles in business development and marketing to commercial and business leadership positions. During the DowDuPont merger, he was the head of strategy, M&A and procurement for the Specialty Products Division. For the past six years Mr. Kemp has served as President of the $6 billion Electronics & Industrial segment within DuPont. He serves on the International Board of Directors for SEMI, where he chairs the Board of Industry Leaders. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Utah and an MBA from the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia.

Michael Stubblefield is President and CEO of Avantor, a leading life science tools company and global provider of mission-critical products and services to the life sciences and advanced technology industries. Prior to joining Avantor in 2014, Mr. Stubblefield was a Senior Expert for the Chemicals Practice of McKinsey & Company, a management consulting firm, from 2013 to 2014. Previously, he held a variety of leadership roles at Celanese Corporation, a technology and specialty materials company, from 1994 to 2012. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah, as well as an M.B.A. from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

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About DuPont
DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, healthcare and worker safety. More information about the company, its businesses and solutions can be found at www.dupont.com. Investors can access information included on the Investor Relations section of the website at investors.dupont.com.

On January 15, 2025, DuPont announced it is targeting November 1, 2025, for the completion date for the intended separation of the Electronics business (the “Intended Electronics Separation”). The Intended Electronics Separation will not require a shareholder vote and is subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of a Form 10 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals and satisfactory completion of financing.

Cautionary Statement about Forward-Looking Statements
This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. In this context, forward-looking statements often address expected future business and financial performance and financial condition, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “target, “outlook,” “stabilization,” “confident,” “preliminary,” “initial,” and similar expressions and variations or negatives of these words. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including statements regarding outlook, expectations and guidance. Forward-looking statements address matters that are, to varying degrees, uncertain and subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, many of which that are beyond DuPont’s control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results. Some of the important factors that could cause DuPont’s actual results to differ materially from those projected in any such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: (i) the ability of DuPont to effect the Intended Electronics Separation and to meet the conditions related thereto; (ii) the possibility that the Intended Electronics Separation will not be completed within the anticipated time period or at all; (iii) the possibility that the Intended Electronics Separation will not achieve its intended benefits; (iv) the impact of Intended Electronics Separation on DuPont’s businesses and the risk that the separation may be more difficult, time-consuming or costly than expected, including the impact on DuPont’s resources, systems, procedures and controls, diversion of management’s attention and the impact and possible disruption of existing relationships with customers, suppliers, employees and other business counterparties; (v) the possibility of disruption, including disputes, litigation or unanticipated costs, in connection with the Intended Electronics Separation; (vi) the uncertainty of the expected financial performance of DuPont or the separated company following completion of the Intended Electronics Separation; (vii) negative effects of the announcement or pendency of the Intended Electronics Separation on the market price of DuPont’s securities and/or on the financial performance of DuPont; (viii) the ability to achieve anticipated capital structures in connection with Intended Electronics Separation, including the future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability; (ix) the ability to achieve anticipated credit ratings in connection with the Intended Electronics Separation; (x) the ability to achieve anticipated tax treatments in connection with the Intended Electronics Separation and completed and future, if any, divestitures, mergers, acquisitions and other portfolio changes and the impact of changes in relevant tax and other laws; and (xi) other risk factors discussed in DuPont’s most recent annual report and subsequent current and periodic reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Unlisted factors may present significant additional obstacles to the realization of forward-looking statements. Consequences of material differences in results as compared with those anticipated in the forward-looking statements could include, among other things, business or supply chain disruption, operational problems, financial loss, legal liability to third parties and similar risks, any of which could have a material adverse effect on DuPont’s consolidated financial condition, results of operations, credit rating or liquidity. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. DuPont assumes no obligation to publicly provide revisions or updates to any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by securities and other applicable laws.

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